Process Engineer

BASF SE

3d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Process Engineer to join our Performance Materials team in Sparta, TN.
Come create chemistry with us!

The Performance Materials division is at the forefront of the much-needed sustainability transformation in plastics. Our experts co-create products with customers to bring innovations to major industry sectors such as transportation, consumer goods, industrial applications, and construction. These solutions contribute to a sustainable future by pushing the boundaries in thermal resistance, robustness and lightweight applications.

As a Process Engineer within the compounding manufacturing operation, you play a key role in ensuring safe, stable, and efficient production of polymer materials. You drive process optimization, troubleshoot manufacturing issues, support product qualifications and scale‑ups, and lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, reliability, and cost performance in close collaboration with production and engineering teams.

Requirements

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or [Polymer] Engineering required,  have a minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering preferred.
• Have experience leading and providing technical guidance to engineering technicians, specialists, or production teams.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge and practical application of SPC, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies (Six Sigma GB/BB preferred).
• Be proficient in process analysis and statistical tools such as Minitab and ASPEN Process Explorer, with the ability to translate data into actionable improvements.
• Communicate effectively by reading, writing, analyzing, and clearly conveying technical information, procedures, and reports in a cross-functional manufacturing environment.
• Meet physical requirements necessary to work safely in an industrial manufacturing environment, including standing for extended periods and working at heights or in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Driving process efficiency by optimizing rates, yield, uptime, quality, safety, and overall equipment performance across mechanical and manual operations.
• Troubleshooting and resolving manufacturing and compounding issues, including root cause analysis and corrective actions for process, quality, and customer-related concerns.
• Leading process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives to simplify processes, reduce cost, improve productivity, and standardize best practices.
• Managing product qualifications and scale-ups, including capability trials, product family optimizations, and introduction of new or modified products.
• Leading and supporting capital and improvement projects, including equipment design, specifications, modifications, safety improvements, and waste reduction initiatives.
• Providing technical leadership and support by supervising Process Engineering Specialists and guiding Engineering Technicians and Production teams.
• Ensuring process stability and documentation accuracy by maintaining process sheets, operating conditions, and supporting SPC-driven process control.
• Supporting site and network-wide manufacturing strategies by sharing best practices, supporting other sites as needed, and contributing to technology, reliability, and manufacturing portfolio initiatives.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees